RGJ Moms calendar: Boy meets princess in 'Aladdin' at Eldorado

"Aladdin": A cast of live actors tells the tale of the poor boy who finds a magic lamp, defeats an evil wizard and marries Princess Jasmine with the help of a 3D genie. Showtimes vary. Where: Eldorado Hotel Casino, 345 N. Virginia St. Cost: Tickets start at $24.95 for adults, $19.95 for children ages 3-12 and $21.95 for seniors age 60 and older. Details: 1-800-648-5966 or www.eldoradoreno.com.

Story time at Sundance Books and Music: Paula Robison shares stories, rhymes, songs and activities on the first Friday of every month. Story time is designed for children ages 3-6 accompanied by a chaperone, but young people of all ages are welcome. When: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Friday. Where: Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave. Cost: Free. Details: 775-786-1188.

Sensory Science Series: In this series, children will become scientists and use their senses of sight, smell, touch, taste and hearing to explore the world around them through sensory-rich observation and hands-on exploration. Recommended for ages 3-5; parent participation is required for this series. When: 10:15 to 11 a.m. Saturdays beginning Saturday and continuing Jan. 12, 19 and 26. Where: Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum, 490 S. Center St. Cost: Series: $40 members, $60 nonmembers. Details: Register online or call 775-786-1000.

"Robot Brain" Series: Participants will learn how to use the Arduino microcontroller platform along with several common electronic devices such as buttons, LEDs, servos and character LCDs. All materials are provided and can be taken home at the end of the series. Teams of one child and one adult are encouraged. No prior electronics experience is required. When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays from Jan. 9-30. Where: Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum, 490 S. Center St. Cost: Series: $40 members, $60 nonmembers. Details: Register online or call 775-786-1000.

"Jack and the Beanstalk": Part of Nevada Opera's Outreach Program, this piece was commissioned by the Nevada Opera to start off 2013 with a merry story full of enchanting music. When: 5:30 and 7 p.m. Friday and at 2 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets: $20 for adults, $10 for children and seniors. Where: Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., just west of Wells Avenue. Details: www.nevadaopera.org or Nevada Opera at 775-786-4046.